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Mar 25, 2026 • 5min

March 24, 2026: Oil Tumbles on Iran War Hopes, Trump Touts Iran Present, More

Dan Schwartzman, Bloomberg reporter covering oil markets, gives on-the-ground reporting about Chevron buying Sable Offshore shipments and shifting energy trades. He breaks down how a reported U.S.-Iran peace plan and mediation channels moved prices. Markets and energy stocks react in real time. Short, sharp updates on production, deployments, and market swings.
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Mar 24, 2026 • 5min

March 23, 2026: Iran War De-Escalation Doubts, Trump Touts Truce Talks, More

Markets wobble as hopes for de‑escalation in the Middle East face fresh doubts. Oil jumps after a delayed strike announcement and traders react to shifting risk. Talk of negotiations with Iran and expert skepticism about a viable deal come up. Trade news and a major biotech acquisition add corporate and policy twists.
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Mar 23, 2026 • 6min

March 22, 2026: Bessent on Iran War, ICE Officers Set to be at Airports, More

Monica Ricks, a Bloomberg reporter who covers legal and election developments, breaks down a Supreme Court case on mail-in ballot deadlines. She also reports on election-related shifts and what the ruling could mean for ballot counts. Short, clear updates packed into a concise correspondent segment.
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Mar 22, 2026 • 6min

March 21, 2026: Trump Gives Iran 48 Hours on Hormuz, Trump to Deploy ICE at Airports, More

A rapid rundown of a 48-hour ultimatum to Iran and U.S. military moves in the Gulf. Coverage of Iran striking Israel and reported casualties. Discussion of a plan to deploy ICE at airports and Senate fights over immigration reforms. Updates on oil markets, airline reactions to fuel costs, and OpenAI's major hiring plans.
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Mar 21, 2026 • 6min

March 20, 2026: Trump Considering Iran Wind Down, Jury Says Musk Misled Twitter Investors, More

Coverage of U.S. plans to wind down military actions in the Middle East and possible operations around Karg Island. Discussion of risks to the Strait of Hormuz and surging oil prices. Report on a jury finding that Elon Musk misled Twitter investors and pending damage calculations. Briefs on a major U.S. arms package to Gulf partners and an indictment over illegal server diversions.
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Mar 20, 2026 • 7min

March 19, 2026: Energy Prices Shift, Iran Military Capabilities Crippled, More

Coverage of drone and missile strikes on Gulf oil and gas sites. Claims of crippling Iran's missile and nuclear infrastructure are reported. U.S. and Israel differ on campaign aims while the Pentagon seeks major war funding. International talks on energy security and leadership disputes at the Fed are also highlighted.
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Mar 19, 2026 • 7min

March 19, 2026: Fed Holds Rates Steady, Trump on Gas Site Attacks, More

Coverage of the Fed keeping rates steady and Powell’s comments on inflation and uncertainty from the Middle East. Reports on strikes affecting energy facilities and reactions from political leaders. Markets respond with oil price moves and measures to calm volatility. Big tech and chipmakers plan heavy spending to meet AI-driven memory demand. HSBC may trim thousands of jobs using AI.
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Mar 18, 2026 • 6min

March 18, 2026: Trump Scolds NATO Allies, Iran Security Chief Killed, More

Sharp criticism of NATO and talk of U.S. withdrawal from the conflict. Easing of Venezuela oil sanctions to boost crude output. Strikes in Israel, and news of Iran’s security chief killed. Navy carrier withdraws after onboard fire and crew injuries. Pentagon considers mass-producing a one-way kamikaze drone. Oil prices climb amid Middle East tensions.
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Mar 17, 2026 • 6min

March 16, 2026: Trump Seeks Xi Summit Delay, Calls for Hormuz Help, More

Discussion of a postponed summit with China and requests for help reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Coverage of hesitant NATO and allied naval involvement and potential strikes on Karg Island. Markets react to Strait of Hormuz developments and oil price moves. Big tech forecast news about NVIDIA’s long-term revenue outlook. Reports on Cuba’s blackout and shifting U.S. negotiation demands.
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Mar 16, 2026 • 6min

March 15, 2026: Trump Calls for Hormuz Help, FT: Trump Floats Xi Summit Delay, More

Coverage of U.S. strikes near Karg Island and threats to target oil infrastructure. Discussion of possible delay to a summit with Xi as leverage over maritime chokepoints. Reports on Iran rejecting ceasefire talks and U.S. officials warning the conflict could persist. Brief looks at California ordering a pipeline removal, market fallout from energy shocks, Fed rate expectations, and a quick sports and awards roundup.

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